How Americans and Israelis view one another and the U.S. role in the Israel-Hamas war
Americans and Israelis now see one another’s leaders more negatively than in the recent past, and other key views have shifted as well.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Americans and Israelis now see one another’s leaders more negatively than in the recent past, and other key views have shifted as well.
47% of U.S. adults say tensions between China and Taiwan are a very serious problem for the U.S., up 19 points since February 2021.
U.S. adults under age 65 are more likely than those 65 and older to have a favorable opinion of the UN.
Majorities of adults in 18 of 24 countries surveyed this spring rate their nation’s economic situation poorly.
Americans express more confidence in Ukrainian President Zelenskyy than in any of the other six world leaders included in a new Pew Research Center survey.
74% of Americans view the war between Russia and Ukraine as important to U.S. national interests – with 43% describing it as very important.
Roughly three-quarters of Americans (76%) have visited at least one other country, including 26% who have been to five or more.
Across 12 countries, a median of 40% of adults say they have no confidence in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to do the right thing regarding world affairs, while a median of 37% say they have at least some confidence. About eight-in-ten Indians (79%) have a favorable view of Modi, including a 55% majority with a very favorable view.
Across 24 countries surveyed, a median of 66% give the EU a positive rating, while 29% give it a negative one.
58% of Americans see NATO favorably, down 4 points since 2023. Democrats and Republicans are increasingly divided on the alliance and on Ukraine aid.
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